Religious Experience And Journal Of Jarena Lee

Religious Experience and Journal of Jarena Lee is a memoir written by Jarena Lee, an African American woman who became a prominent preacher in the early 19th century. The book was originally published in 1849 and chronicles Lee's life and her spiritual journey. Lee was born in New Jersey in 1783 and was raised in a devout Christian household. She experienced a religious awakening at the age of 21 and felt a calling to preach the gospel. However, as a woman and a person of color, Lee faced numerous obstacles in pursuing her calling. Despite these challenges, Lee persevered and became a traveling preacher, delivering sermons across the United States and Canada. Her memoir provides a detailed account of her experiences as a preacher and the challenges she faced in a male-dominated profession. In addition to her personal story, Lee's memoir also offers insights into the religious and social climate of the early 19th century. She discusses the role of race and gender in the church and the broader society, as well as the impact of slavery on African American communities. Religious Experience and Journal of Jarena Lee is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of African American women in the early 19th century. It is a powerful testament to Lee's faith and determination, as well as her contributions to the religious and social landscape of her time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.